The Diocese of Indianapolis has announced four nominees in the search for its 11th bishop. All of the nominees are from other dioceses, including Chicago (the closest) and Olympia (the farthest).
The nominees are:
- The Rev. Jennifer Baskerville-Burrows, director of networking in the Diocese of Chicago
- The Rev. Grace Burton-Edwards, rector of St. Thomas Church, Columbus, Georgia
- The Rev. Canon Lance Ousley, priest-in-charge of St. John’s Church, Kirkland, Washington, and headmaster of its school; and canon for stewardship and development in the Diocese of Olympia
- The Rev. Dina van Klaveren, rector of St. Andrew’s Church, Glenwood, Maryland
Nominees’ profile pages include videos and their answers to four sets of questions:
- Tell us the story of your spiritual journey as a disciple of Jesus Christ, and why you are a part of the Episcopal Church.
- What is your vision for the Diocese of Indianapolis? Why this diocese? Why you? Why now?
- Tell us about a time when you had to lead a process of complicated systemic change.
- How have you led the people of God in speaking out about and taking action on social justice issues? Tell us what you do for fun!
